Joseph Bishop, National Opportunity to Learn Campaign; Peggy Carr, U.S. Department of Education; Lisa Williams, Baltimore County Public Schools; Chad D'Entremont (EPFP 04-05), Rennie Center for Education Research and Policy

Hear the latest national data on the achievement gap and discuss broader equity issues that play a role in closing it. What do we know about achievement gap causes and solutions? Why does it persist? How do we best meet needs of students and close the gap?

Bhutan has gained significant attention for its pursuit of "Gross National Happiness." Hear from Bhutan's Secretary of Education on how the country's path to fulfilling its vision has led it toward school modernization (without Westernization), grounded firmly in the indigenous values of the country.